A client who is receiving radiation treatments in the head and neck complains of a dry mouth after treatment. Which of the following pieces of advice would be best for the nurse to give to this client?

A 59-year-old client is undergoing radiation treatment for uterine cancer. Which of the following best describes an acute adverse effect following external radiation therapy to this area?

The nurse is caring for a client who underwent external beam radiation for breast cancer. The client complains of skin irritation at the site. Which of the following recommendations is appropriate for the nurse to make?

A nurse is caring for a client the morning after internal radiation therapy for treatment of uterine cancer in which an implant was placed. Which of the following actions demonstrate safe practice by the nurse? Select all that apply.

A client who has been receiving external radiation therapy for cancer complains to the nurse that his skin is sore and irritated after treatment. Which response from the nurse is most appropriate?

Following radiation treatment for cancer, a client returns to the room and a sign is placed on the door that says, “Caution: Radioactive Material”. Choose the option that best describes how visitors should respond to this sign.

A nurse is educating a client who is receiving external beam radiation to the chest while in the hospital. Which statement made by the client indicates proper understanding about care of the treatment site?

A 56-year-old client with ovarian cancer is undergoing external radiation therapy for treatment. Which of the following is appropriate for the nurse to teach the client about irradiated skin? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving internal radiation therapy. The client’s implant was placed two days ago and is active. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to limit exposure to the implant?

A client with a diagnosis of thyroid cancer has recently had internal radiation through brachytherapy. What should the nurse tell the client about visitors when this type of therapy is in place?